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Manufacturing Software Lead

Fab2 · Austin

onsiteseniorPosted Sep 8, 2026CPythonRustLinuxMES

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## Manufacturing Software Lead ### About fab2 fab2 builds the hardware and software needed to make chips—designing and manufacturing the fabs, tools, and components in-house. We’re looking for exceptional, hands-on people who can iterate to the limits of what’s possible. ### About the Team The Tool Software group builds Linux control software and microcontroller firmware for fab2’s in-house semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This includes software for: - Sequencing - Recipe execution - Interlocks - Operator user interfaces - Diagnostics - Real-time microcontroller firmware ### About the Role The Manufacturing Software Lead owns the software systems that manufacture, test, and calibrate all of fab2’s semiconductor equipment. You’ll architect and implement software for device assembly, provisioning, calibration, and end-of-line test—while also building dedicated manufacturing test software. ### Responsibilities - Own manufacturing software for all in-house hardware, from components (MFCs, pumps, valves) through assembled processing tools - Design and build automated test and calibration systems for fixtures, test firmware, and host-side test software - Write production software in **C, Python, and Rust** including: - Firmware test modes - Calibration and characterization routines - Provisioning and flashing tools - Test-station applications - Partner with manufacturing engineers on test station design and implementation - Uphold code and testing standards through feedback and code review - Hire and mentor team members ### Required Experience - BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) - **5+ years** developing software for the manufacture or test of physical products (test automation, calibration, end-of-line test, production tooling) - Proficiency in **C** and **Python** - Working knowledge of electronics and instrumentation (reading schematics, using bench test equipment) - Experience with production data systems (traceability, test databases, and analysis of manufacturing data) ### Nice-to-Have - Background in semiconductor equipment, fluid/gas handling components, vacuum systems, or scientific instrumentation - Experience testing/calibrating mass flow controllers, pumps, pressure/temperature sensors, or precision actuators - Experience with MES integration or building lightweight MES functionality - Familiarity with **FMEA**, **SPC**, or other quality and reliability practices - Experience scaling from prototype builds through production ramp - Experience with **Rust** ### Working at fab2 Early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and a lab/office in **Austin, TX**, **Lockhart, TX**, and **San Francisco, CA**. **Benefits (subject to eligibility):** - Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance - Generous Paid Time Off (inclusive of Holidays and Sick Time) - Visa Sponsorship - Life and Disability Insurance - Paid Parental Leave - 401(k) retirement plan - Weekly Learning & Development opportunities - Commuter Benefits (parking and late-night Uber rides) - Lunches daily, dinners 3x per week, stocked office kitchen with snacks and Spindrifts fab2 is an equal-opportunity employer. ### Export Control Notice This position involves access to technology subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer is contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.

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